Top 5 Stays Framed by Breathtaking Natural Beauty

1. Rosewood Hong Kong, Hong Kong



In a city crowded with skyscrapers, Rosewood Hong Kong stands out. Soaring 270 metres above the city, the 413-room flagship of the ultra-luxury group commands an enviable waterfront location on Victoria Harbour, plus stunning views of Hong Kong's iconic skyline. Inside is a world of its own: 11 dining and drinking venues, extensive wellness facilities, gallery-worthy art, elegant rooms and suites and top-notch service that attracts movers and shakers.

2. Capella Bangkok, Thailand



Bangkok is one of the most exciting cities in the world with one of the best food scenes to be found but it can also be a lot: frenetic, noisy and with a traffic situation to try the patience of a saint. This is where Capella Bangkok steps in. Located on the Chao Phraya River in the Charoenkrung district, the Capella is a masterclass in serenity and calm, from the neutral-toned, clean-lined, Japan-esque design to the brilliant and seemingly semi-psychic service that anticipates your every waking need, just a few of the reasons it earned the title as The World's Best Hotel in 2024.

3. Passalacqua, Lake Como, Italy 



Seven acres of perfectly manicured terraced gardens with olive groves, mimosa, roses and magnolia lead to the seductive pool terrace, which is dotted with vibrant JJ Martin-designed parasols that add a modern, fashionable flair to the otherwise classic opulence. For added opulence, stay in the signature Bellini suite, which comes with its own grand piano that a talented member of the team plays for arriving guests.

4. Soneva Fushi, Maldives 



The original Soneva and ‘No News, No Shoes’ blueprint for barefoot luxury, Soneva Fushi lies within the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve on one of the Maldives’ largest and most unspoiled islands. A two-time winner of the World’s Best Beach Hotel Award, its one- to nine-bedroom villas offer unrivalled space and tranquillity – hidden amid the island’s lush tropical greenery or perched above crystal-clear waters.

5. Aman Tokyo, Japan



It may sit in the heart of the sprawling megalopolis of Tokyo, but its sleek, serene and unwaveringly luxe atmosphere belies its location. The hotel became Aman's first urban outpost when it opened in 2014, smoothly spanning the top six floors of a shiny 38-storey skyscraper in the bustling Otemachi financial district. The transition from city to escapism is instantaneous upon arrival at the airy 33rd floor lobby, with its cathedral-high ceiling of crafted white washi paper; abstract seasonal floral and rock displays on reflective waters and iconic city views.

Source: The World's 50 Best Hotels